African-influenced fashion is fast becoming one of the most sought after styles in the West- with celebrities like Beyonce, Lady Gaga and Vogue magazine championing African designers.
African fashion is as diverse as the continent itself- and one of the most visible designs from there is so-called Ankara fabric; also known as African wax prints. The colorful printed fabric is one of the hottest global trends in fashion.
CGTN’s Maria Galang takes a closer look at its growing influence.